Magherafelt Magistrates Court.
A 20-year-old County Derry man has admitted possession of a class B drug after driving past police with a 'joint' in his mouth.
Jude McAllister, of Creagh Road, Magherafelt, appeared at Magherafelt Magistrates Court on Wednesday to enter a guilty plea to the possession charge.
Police had been on patrol in the Castledawson area when they saw the defendant pulling up to the junction of the Hillhead Road.
They observed the defendant had a 'joint' in his mouth while manoeuvring the car, and when they stopped McAllister, a smell of cannabis was detected.
The defendant made full admissions at the road side and representing himself in court, told the judge he thought the 'joint' had been in his hand, not his mouth.
Judge Mullan fined McAllister £100 for the offence and issued a destruction order for the drugs.
Gallery: Foyle Cycling Club Mizen to Malin Cycle 2022
32 members of Foyle Cycling Club completed a challenging five-day cycle from Mizen Head to Malin Head on June 22.
They were raising money for two great local charities: Foyle Search and Rescue and HURT. All donations greatly appreciated.
Donations can be made HERE.
Photographs courtesy of Marcas Ó Murchú.
Fergal Tuffy of the the Foyle Cycling Club.
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